Water Resources Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

AtkinsRéalis • Calverton, MD

383d • $64,480 - $64,480

About The Position

The Water Resources Engineering Intern position at AtkinsRéalis offers college students pursuing a degree in a STEM field the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fields of hydraulics and hydrology. Interns will work on coding and tool development, focusing on Python-based solutions for flood hazard and risk management, while collaborating with a team to support floodplain mapping and risk assessment.

Requirements

• Experience or coursework in Python programming and GIS applications is highly preferred.
• Must have completed at least 60 hours towards a civil engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, or a computer science/engineering degree with knowledge of hydraulics and hydrology, by the start of the internship.
• Proficiency in Python programming, with a focus on data analysis, modeling, and tool development.
• Basic knowledge of GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and Python GIS libraries (e.g., GeoPandas, Folium) is beneficial.
• Strong mathematical skills to perform calculations related to hydraulic and hydrologic models, with a willingness to learn new tools and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both in-person and in writing, are essential for collaborating with team members and presenting technical information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with hydraulics and hydrology modeling tools (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS) is preferred, but not required.
• Registrations are preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to coding and tool development in hydraulics and hydrology, focusing on Python-based solutions for flood hazard and risk management.
• Work as part of a team to develop, maintain, and test computational tools and models for hydrologic and hydraulic analysis.
• Perform technical analysis, contribute to tool improvements, and produce project deliverables to support floodplain mapping and risk assessment.
• Compile data, prepare reports, and perform quality reviews, ensuring that developed tools meet project requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hands-on experience with industry leaders
• Support and mentorship from various professionals throughout the business
• Career and educational exploration opportunities such as Client Site Visits, Weekly Lunch & Learns, & various virtual and/or in-person activities
• Flexible work schedules
• Group Insurance
• Two Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Resources Groups supporting women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals
• 2-to-1 donation match for STEAM-related educational initiatives through the AtkinsRéalis Foundation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree